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TRI reporting is a long and complicated process with an endless list of rules to follow. The EPA’s TRI instruction guide is 172 pages long. Knowing every regulatory requirement and rule that accompanies this environmental report can be a challenging task for EHS experts and would require hours of ...

TRI reporting season is upon us and now is the time to consider checking regulatory updates that relate to the TRI reportable chemicals that you use within your facility. Knowing the changes to regulations will help you avoid fines and maintain up-to-date records for TRI regulations and other ...

Industrial waste generated from solvents used in painting and coating processes contributes to EPA VOC emissions due to the chemical composition of commonly used solvents. Effective solvent waste tracking is necessary for accurate industrial waste reporting and to ensure compliance with permit ...

As the TRI reporting season approaches, it is important to discuss the addition of PFAS to the TRI list over the past few years. The EPA added 176 poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to the Toxic Release Inventory chemical list in June of 2020 and has subsequently added more in 2021 and 2022 for a ...

Permitting is an effective way of enforcing Clean Air Act (CAA) regulations for various facilities. One of the major ways to enforce these regulations is through the Title V operating permit. If you are looking for a rundown on everything Title V along with some helpful improvement and streamlining ...

The EPA has announced that the Green House Gas (GHG) reporting tool (e-GGRT) is now ready for your 2020 GHG reports.

As an EHS professional, you should be familiar with various steps that are involved in the Tier II reporting process. Whether you have been completing Tier II reports for years or you are still learning the process, it is important to understand your calculation options and choose the right maximum ...

Tier II reporting is used by the EPA to track and enforce rules related to the storing of hazardous materials in your facility. Housing hazardous chemicals in your facility can pose an immense risk to your workers, the environment, and surrounding communities. It is essential to track all your ...

Keeping the public safe from hazardous waste releases is a top priority for regulators everywhere. Having laws that control hazardous waste release is the best way to protect the environment and the public. As a facility owner or operator, you need to consider environmental protection when you are ...